Representatives for Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, publicly responded after The Daily Telegraph published details about private letters she allegedly wrote to Charles III, now king of Great Britain. They stated that Reuters reported the content touched on concerns about skin color within the royal family, and emphasized that the letters were written long before today’s conversations and decisions. The response framed the matter as a historical issue rather than a current influence on the Duchess’s life or choices.
The Duchess’s press team criticized how the media handled the story, arguing that the 2021 correspondence with the monarch shaped nothing about her day-to-day life today and should not be used to judge her present actions. They urged tabloids and royal correspondents to discontinue what they described as a grueling circus, insisting that speculation around old letters does not serve a constructive purpose for the public or for the individuals involved.
Observers note that this dispute follows the Duchess’s widely reported interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021, in which she spoke about concerns over racism within Buckingham Palace. Critics have pointed out that the ongoing coverage risks reviving old tensions and keeps attention fixed on a chapter that the parties involved say should be considered in the past rather than as a current influence on royal duties or personal decisions. Reuters and other outlets have described how these narratives continue to surface in the media, prompting reflection on the role of press coverage in shaping public perception of the royal family and its members.